Form
The crown opens like a fountain, with upright new fronds in the centre and soft curves around the edge.
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Nephrolepis 'green lady' 12cm
Normal price
€6,00
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Nephrolepisexaltata'Green Lady'
It asked for a little humidity and took over the whole bathroom 🛁
- Lush green crown
- Long arching fronds
- Classic fern form
- Collectable fern
- Tropical presence
Nephrolepis exaltata 'Green Lady' is the classic lush fern in a particularly elegant, organised form. Long vivid-green fronds rise upright and curve softly, creating a living green fountain that beautifully fills corners, tall stands and hanging positions.
The density and movement of its crown deliver immediate impact even without surrounding plants. In a neutral cover pot it becomes a lush natural sculpture, while in a group it provides the soft backdrop that unites different forms and colours.
What makes it special
'Green Lady' is built on abundance: many arching fronds create volume that still feels light.
Colour
Uniform vivid green gives a clean tropical effect and forms an easy backdrop for other colours.
Texture
Many small pinnae repeat along each axis to create a rich moving surface.
Why you’ll love it: It fills a room with lush green foliage and the effortless movement of a classic fern.
In your space Placement & plant pairings Where it looks its best and which plants complement it
Where it looks its best
On a low stand, broad shelf or quiet corner with clear space around the rosette. Let the outer fronds open without touching a wall and choose a simple cover pot that emphasises the circular form.
Plants that complement it
Choices with compatible light needs and contrasting textures keep the arrangement balanced.
- Philodendron ‘Birkin’ — white pinstripes in a compact crown.
- Syngonium ‘White Butterfly’ — pale arrow-shaped leaves for a change of form.
- Hoya carnosa — waxy foliage on a fine trailing line.
Care at a glance
Light
Bright indirect light or bright shade. Avoid harsh direct sun.
Water
Water when the top 1–2 cm begins to dry. Allow complete drainage with no water left at the base.
Atmosphere
Moderate to higher humidity, clean airflow and roughly 17–27°C. Protect it from cold draughts.
Pets
Not known for marked toxicity, although the foliage is not intended for chewing.
Chosen for this plant
Substrate & nutrition
Detailed care Complete care guide Light, watering, humidity, substrate and nutrition in detail
Light and position
Provide bright, filtered light without harsh sun. A very dark position thins or dulls the foliage, while direct midday sun leaves dry marks.
Steady moisture
Check the mix regularly and water as the surface begins to lose moisture. Water evenly and allow immediate drainage, because steady moisture does not mean a saturated root zone.
Air humidity
Steady moderate to higher humidity keeps tips cleaner. A humidifier or plant grouping helps more than occasional misting, provided there is gentle airflow.
Clean foliage
Remove only fronds that are fully dry or damaged. Do not cut new growth while it is unfurling and avoid leaf-shine products because fern surfaces are naturally delicate.
Mix and repotting
An airy fern mix holds gentle moisture without compacting. Repot when roots fill the pot, move up one size and keep the crown at the same height.
Measured feeding
Use gentle feed during active growth, always at the label rate and on an already moist mix. Excess can scorch fine roots and frond tips.
Botanical identity Origin of the cultivar The species’ range and the history of the cultivated selection
Natural range
Nephrolepis exaltata is native to tropical and subtropical America.
Habitat
The species may grow terrestrially or epiphytically in moist protected sites, with long fronds using the available space.
Botanical identity
'Green Lady' is a cultivated form selected for a dense crown, graceful arching habit and even green colour.
From natural habitat to care: Its natural ability to grow on organic aerated surfaces explains why it needs both gentle moisture and good drainage around the rhizome.
Greenleaf for Plant Nerds Scientific facts nobody asked for Botanical details for anyone curious about the plant behind the foliage
It produces runners
Fine runners may emerge from the base and form small new plants when they reach a suitable surface.
Spores form in round clusters
Regular rows of round spore clusters may appear beneath mature fronds; they are not insects.
Fronds renew continuously
The crown keeps its volume because new fronds emerge centrally as older outer fronds complete their cycle.
It can be epiphytic
The species does not always depend on deep soil; in nature it can root into organic matter on other surfaces.
Frequently asked questions
Practical answers about growth and the plant’s most common signals.
01 Why is the crown becoming sparse?
Check light, watering consistency and dry draughts first. Remove dry fronds low down and wait for new central growth instead of trimming healthy tips.
02 Why are the tips turning brown?
Dry air, irregular watering, mineral salts or harsh sun are common causes. Check the mix and position first, use soft water when practical and trim only tissue that is completely dry.
03 How do I know it needs water?
Check just below the surface with a finger and notice the pot's weight. Most ferns prefer gentle, steady moisture, but never a mix that stays saturated.
04 When does it need repotting?
When roots fill the pot, the mix dries unusually quickly or growth has become constrained. Repot during active growth, move up one size only and do not bury the crown more deeply.
05 Does the foliage need misting?
Misting raises humidity only briefly. Positioning, grouping plants or using a humidifier gives steadier results, always with gentle airflow and foliage that is not kept continually wet.
06 Is it safe for cats and dogs?
These ornamental ferns are not known for marked toxicity, but they are not food. Discourage persistent chewing and seek veterinary advice if any symptom appears.
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Individual protection
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Sturdy packaging
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